Judgment Notwithstanding the Verdict

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What is Judgment Notwithstanding the Verdict?

The court has the authority to enter a judgment in favor of one party even though the jury verdict was in favor of the other party. The party must have filed a motion for directed verdict to reap the benefit of a judgment non obstante veredicto.

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